2017 Specialized Diverge Expert vs 2019 Specialized Crux
The 49 is the Specialized Crux size closest to your 52 Specialized Diverge Expert. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Specialized Crux
Compared with the Specialized Diverge Expert in 52, the Specialized Crux in 49 places the top of the head tube 4 mm lower and 9 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 12 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −4 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −9 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +12 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.8°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +13 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Specialized Diverge Expert, 52Specialized Crux, 49Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Diverge Expert 52 | Specialized Crux 49 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 378mm | 369mm | −9 mm |
| Stack | 544mm | 540mm | −4 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71.25° | 70.5° | −0.8° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 75.5° | +1.5° |
| Effective top tube | 534mm | 509mm | −25 mm |
| Chainstay length | 412mm | 425mm | +13 mm |
| Wheelbase | 995mm | 1007mm | +12 mm |
| BB drop | 77mm | 71mm | −6 mm |
| BB height | 270mm | 281.5mm | +12 mm |
| Standover | 740mm | 781.5mm | +42 mm |
| Seat tube length | 447mm | 490mm | +43 mm |
| Fork length | 390mm | 400mm | +10 mm |
| Head tube length | 120mm | 115mm | −5 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Crux minus the Specialized Diverge Expert. Full charts: 2017 Specialized Diverge Expert, 2019 Specialized Crux.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Diverge ExpertSpecialized Crux
Each bike is ranked against the other gravel bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Specialized Diverge ExpertExpert | Specialized CruxS-Works |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano ST-RS685 | Shimano Dura-Ace R9170 Di2 shift |
| Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano XTR M9050 Di2 |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano Ultegra |
| Chain | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano Dura-Ace |
| Crankset | FSA SL-K | Specialized S-Works Power |
| Wheelset | DT Swiss R460 | Roval CLX 50 |
| Tire | Specialized Roubaix Pro 2BR | Specialized Tracer Pro |
| Brake | Shimano BR-785 | Shimano Dura-Ace |
| Seatpost | Specialized CG-R | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Phenom Expert | Specialized S-Works Phenom |
| Chainring | not listed | Praxis Wave Tech |
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